Equipment Operator I - Parks - Entry Level Position

Salary : $44,928.00 - $49,420.80 Annually

Location : Wylie, TX

Job Type: FULL TIME

Job Number: 2024-00067

Department: PARKS

Opening Date: 09/04/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

General Summary

Why work for the City of Wylie?
The reason we exist is to serve our residents and guests. By combining our unique talents to ensure the preservation of the small town feel of our area, we are committed to building and sustaining a safe community where economic development and neighborhood enrichment can flourish while creating an unparalleled experience for all.

How we accomplish our mission:Leveraging the diversity of our workforce to continually think and do things differently, the City of Wylie invests in the development of our employees by providing them with a working environment that serves to enhance their personal happiness and elevate their professional goals.

The City of Wylie Parks Division is seeking an Equipment Operator I position. Do you enjoy working outside year round? If so, this position may be just what you are looking for! The selected applicant uses tools and equipment required to maintain, repair, and construct streets, drainage, water distribution systems, parks, and other common areas of the City. Performs related work tasks as required based on the assigned division.

SUPERVISION

Supervision is provided by the division supervisor or designee.

Staff in the Parks Division work four ten hour days.

Essential Job Functions

• Uses and maintains various types of tools and equipment related to the assigned division. These may include mowers, trimmers, hand saws, skill saws, chain saws, drill presses, bolt cutters, pick axes, air compressors, jackhammers, cutting torches, various weight hammers, hitches, frames, electrical equipment, or others based on the assigned division.
• Works effectively with other crew members to complete projects accurately and efficiently.
• Exercises good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly, taking proper safety precautions and wearing proper safety equipment at all times.
• Actively identifies, reports, addresses, and follows up on problems and incidents. Actively seeks and recommends operational changes to the direct supervisor.
• Follows safety regulations, City and department policies, and procedures.
• Operates a motor vehicle in carrying out the business of the department and the City, following the rules of safety and laws of the State of Texas.
• Sets up barricades when and where needed for the safety of employees and the public.
• Keeps equipment, tools, and work areas clean. Immediately reports damaged tools and/or equipment.
• Reads, understands, and follows written and oral job instructions. Interprets maps, drawings, and plans as appropriate.
• Submits written reports legibly and completely. Maintains accurate files and records in hard copy and/or electronically on a computer. Completes work orders daily
• Communicates effectively orally and in writing with co-workers and others.
• Able and willing to work outside in all kinds of weather, including extreme heat/cold, rain, snow, and more.
• Presents a clean and well-groomed appearance.
• Subject to after-hours call-out for emergencies, as defined by supervisor.
• Clean, maintains, and services tools, equipment, and work area.
• Performs as a responsible steward of the public trust and strives for excellence in public service, enhancing the quality of life for all.
• Acts in a civil, respectful manner at all times to management, co-workers and others.
• Other duties as may be assigned.
• Effectively interact with all levels of co-workers, management staff, citizens and the public.
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to positively acknowledge and apply criticism of work.
• Make decisions in the field based on the available information.
• Hear clearly when working around equipment or in streets, alley traffic, parks, or in a public area.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Follow departmental policy on attendance.
• Pass a pre-employment drug screening test, and physical and criminal background check.
  
  When assigned to Parks:
  Assist in performing maintenance activities for the Parks Division.

Minimum Job Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent. Valid Driver's License. Must have Texas Driver's License within 60 days of hire. Preferred experience varies based on division assignment. Completion of National Incident Management System (NIMS) training courses as outlined by Emergency Management after hire.

Specific licenses and certifications vary based on division assigned; the list below is not to be considered all-inclusive.

When assigned to Parks:
Possession of a Texas Certified Chemical Applicator's License preferred (issued by the Texas Department of Agriculture in lawn/ornamental and weed control).

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

PHYSICAL STRENGTH REQUIRED

Very high: Push, pull or drag up to 150 lbs., lift up to 100 lbs. with help, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. frequently and 20-50 lbs. constantly.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED

Standing Sitting Walking Lifting Driving

Carrying Pushing/Pulling Reaching Handling Fine Dexterity

Kneeling Crouching Crawling Digging

Bending Twisting Climbing Balancing

Vision Hearing Talking Foot Controls

Confined Space Work Exposure to infectious or biological matter

PRIMARY WORK ENVIRONMENT: Outdoors

SHIFT WORK: No

CALL-OUT: On a rotating basis

• Retirement benefits with Texas Municipal Retirement System. Contributions by payroll deduction. Employee contributes at 7% level. City matches 200% of employee contribution. Mandatory.
• Deferred compensation - Nationwide and Edward Jones. The City does not contribute. Employee contributions by pre and post-tax payroll deduction. Optional.
• Health/Dental/Vision/Prescription insurance PPO plan. City pays full premium for employee, approximately 47% of dependent premium.
• Flexible Spending Account - allows for pre-tax deduction for eligible medical expenses as well as dependent care expenses. Optional.
• Life insurance - 2x annual salary through New York Life. Fully paid by City and 1x annual salary through TMRS. Total of 3x annual base salary.
• Long-Term Disability for all full-time City employees.
• Twelve paid holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, July 4th, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Friday following, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and one floating holiday.
• Vacation - Earn three weeks of vacation in the first year.
• Sick leave accrues each full pay period.
• Sick leave conversion to vacation leave (once per year in January).
• Sick leave buy back (if budget allows; once per year).
• Bereavement leave, military leave, jury duty leave.
• Longevity pay $4 per month of service; paid once per year.
• Workers' compensation benefits
• Tuition reimbursement - $2,000 per year.
• Direct Deposit - City of Wylie Payroll will deposit employee paycheck to any bank accepting wire transfers.
• Family and Medical Leave Policy as described by federal legislation.
• Free Recreation Center employee membership.
• City pays every two weeks. (26 pay periods per year)

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The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to confirm that you have read and understand this statement.

• Yes
• No

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What is your highest level of education?

• No High School Diploma or equivalent
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree or Higher

03

Do you have a valid Driver's License?

• Yes, I have a valid Driver's License.
• No, I do not have a valid Driver's License.

04

Do you currently hold a CDL?

• Yes
• No

05

Are you currently a City of Wylie - Recreation Division employee?

• Yes
• No

06

Are you currently an employee at the City of Wylie?If you are applying for a position within your current department, the Internal Transfer Request IS NOT required. If you are applying for a position within another department, you must submit a completed Internal Transfer Request to Human Resources, prior to submitting your application. Your application will not be forwarded to the hiring manager until you have submitted the completed Internal Transfer Request.(Employee Handbook, Section 23: Transfers, Promotions & Interim Pay: "Current employees must submit an online application or a resume as well as an Internal Transfer Request to Human Resources for consideration.")Please request a link to the Internal Transfer Request form from HR.

• Yes, I am currently an employee at the City of Wylie
• No, I am not currently an employee at the City of Wylie

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Have you ever worked for a city/municipality?

• Yes
• No

08

If yes, please list which city, dates of employment and position. If no, please type N/A.

09

Have you worked anywhere else other than the positions listed on your application?

• Yes
• No

10

If you have worked anywhere else other than the positions listed on your application, please describe below.

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Please take this opportunity to review your responses to the supplemental questions. Ensure that the qualifications stated above can be cross-referenced with the qualifications in your application. Your application may not be considered for further review if you have failed to show details of where the minimum qualifications are met.By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you understand this statement, have reviewed your responses to the questions for accuracy and verify that your responses accurately describe your current qualifications.

• I verify that all of my responses to the supplemental questions are true and accurate. I accept that if my supporting documentation and/or later steps in the selection process do no support one or more of my responses to the supplemental questions that my application may be disapproved and/or I may be removed from consideration.

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